Kylian Mbappe could be dropped vs. Anderlecht due to poor form

Paris Saint-Germain coach Unai Emery has suggested that Kylian Mbappe could be dropped for Tuesday's Champions League Group B clash with Anderlecht after experiencing a recent dip in form.

Although the France international has four goals and five assists from his 10 appearances across both Ligue 1 and the Champions League so far, he has put in a number of below-par recent performances -- notably during the 2-2 draw away at bitter rivals Marseille in Le Classique.

It was reported in the French press on Monday that Emery is set to make Mbappe a substitute against Anderlecht and the Spaniard hinted that it could happen when asked about it at Parc des Princes.

"Like the others, Kylian might start but he also might not," Emery said at his prematch news conference. "The most important thing is that the players are respected and told first [if they are not going to start]. The players will only discover this tomorrow.

"Kylian's recent form? I have analysed his 10 matches with us so far and generally speaking, his performances were of a high quality. However, it is also true that some of his showings were less good than others.